Carabinieri Appuntato Scelto Special Qualification Insignia

Product overview

This product is a pair of plastic sleeve insignia for shirt and/or winter sweater, made for members of the Arma dei Carabinieri with the rank Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale. It is designed for uniform use and duty wear by Carabinieri personnel.

Definition: plastic sleeve rank patches worn on the shirt or sweater to show the Appuntato Scelto Qualifica Speciale rank. Suitable for military surplus, tactical, and police uniform use.

Main features

Durable, season-specific sleeve insignia that match summer and winter uniform colours and clearly display rank details.

• Material: sturdy plastic construction for lasting wear.
• Design: black or light-blue background with a red frame, two red chevrons between two gold piping, topped by a 10 mm silver five-point star.
• Two variants: winter version on a black background and summer/shirt version on a light-blue background.
• Sold as a pair: one for each sleeve.
• Official use: product reserved for members of the Arma dei Carabinieri.

How to use / When it’s useful

Attach the sleeve insignia to the outer sleeve of the service shirt or the winter sweater according to your unit’s uniform rules. They keep your uniform appearance consistent and clearly identify rank during duty and formal service.

Quick answer: choose the black-background variant for winter sweaters and the light-blue variant for shirts in the summer uniform. In most cases, you will need to provide proof of service when ordering to confirm eligibility and delivery details.

Care and notes

Simple care will keep the plastic sleeve patches looking correct on the uniform and extend their service life.

• Clean with a soft cloth and mild soap; avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Do not expose to high heat or prolonged sunlight to prevent warping.
• Sale restricted to Arma dei Carabinieri members; purchase requires verification (see FAQ).
• Collectors must provide a prefettizia license under art. 28 TULPS.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy these sleeve insignia?

A: Only members of the Arma dei Carabinieri can purchase them, subject to verification via the required documents.

Q: What variants are available?

A: Two variants: a winter version on a black background and a summer/shirt version on a light-blue background. Select the correct variant from the product menu.

Q: How do I prove my membership in the Arma?

A: Send a copy of your service ID card (tesserino) by email, or use the barracks/command station address as the delivery address during registration.

Q: Can collectors buy these items?

A: Yes, collectors may purchase them only after sending a copy of the prefettizia license in accordance with art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What is the size of the silver star on the patch?

A: The silver star has five points and measures 10 mm in diameter as specified on the product.

Q: Is availability limited?

A: Yes. This product is produced for service members and is in high demand, so stock may be limited at times.

Tip: Choose the correct variant for your uniform (black for winter sweater, light-blue for shirt) and keep a copy of your service ID ready for verification. Browse related tactical and duty uniform items to complete your kit.